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As a potential strike looms in the west coast with British Columbia cargo workers threatening to walk off the job as early as July 1, experts are warning that such a strike could cause “major damage” to the Canadian economy, fuel a rise in inflation, and compromise a supply chain still recovering from the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. Ports are critical infrastructure in Canada. It is estimated that the ports of Vancouver and Prince R...

As a potential strike looms in the west coast with British Columbia cargo workers threatening to walk off the job as early as July 1, experts are warning that such a strike could cause “major damage” to the Canadian economy, fuel a rise in inflation, and compromise a supply chain still recovering from the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. Ports are critical infrastructure in Canada. It is estimated that the ports of Vancouver and Prince R...

If your business involves importing toys into Canada or manufacturing, distributing or selling toys in Canada (or if you’re just a consumer or someone with an interest in this topic), then Health Canada wants your feedback on its proposal to change the Toys Regulations. According to the Notice, Health Canada has identified an opportunity to modernize the existing regulations under the Canada Consumer Product Safety Act (CCPSA), portions of ...

The Canadian government has extended the Ukraine Goods Remission Order until June 9, 2024, a move designed to continue to ensure that Ukrainian goods, including steel and in-quota supply-managed goods, will continue to be imported into Canada tariff-free. The Ukraine Goods Remission Order, which has been in force since June 9, 2022, supports the Ukrainian economy by increasing exports to Canada through the temporary suspension of cu...

The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) has extended the re-investigation to update the normal values and export prices of certain copper pipe fittings from the United States, South Korea and China and the amounts of subsidy of certain copper pipe fittings from China. The subject goods are defined as: solder joint pressure pipe fittings and solder joint drainage, waste and vent pipe fittings, made of cast copper alloy, wrought copp...

The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) is proposing amendments to the Valuation for Duty Regulations that will help Canadian importers compete on a more level playing field with foreign-based imports, and address lost customs revenue to the Government of Canada in duties paid on lower value for duty declarations. Currently, Canada’s regulatory framework on determining the value for duty of imported goods does not align with international ...

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has announced that the transition period for the new Fertilizer Regulations, which were amended back on Oct. 26, 2020, is coming to an end. Start on Oct. 26, 2023, all fertilizer and supplement importers, manufacturers, distributors and retailers will be required to comply with the amended regulations. The changes introduced new requirements for some product categories that involve up-front invest...

The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) has initiated an investigation under the Special Import Measures Act (SIMA) over the alleged dumping and subsidizing of certain wind towers from China. Dumping occurs when goods are sold to importers in Canada at prices that are lower than the selling price of comparable goods in the country of export or when goods are sold to Canada at unprofitable prices. The subject goods are defined as ce...

On April 19, the union representing federal government workers (PSAC/AFPC) went on strike. This ongoing action continues to impact numerous government services nationwide. Here are some areas in which the strike may affect you: Import and export permits According to Global Affairs Canada, most import and export permit recipients should not be affected due to the labor disruptions. However, a prolonged labor disruption could lead to cert...

Canadian National Railway (CN), Union Pacific Railroad, and GMXT have announced the creation of Falcon Premium, a Mexico-US-Canada intermodal transportation service designed to increase efficiency and decrease greenhouse gas emissions, directly benefiting intermodal customers shipping automotive parts, food, FAK (freight all kinds), home appliances, and temperature-controlled products. The service will have a seamless rail connection in Chica...